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Mazda Miata: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1990 - 2023)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team

Date Posted 2023-06-13

From 2006 to 2023 the Mazda Miata's 2.0L engine has a timing chain and is interference. From 1994 to 2005 the Miata has a timing belt and is non-interfence, while the 1990 to 1993 models have a timing belt and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Mazda Miata.

Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2006 - 20232.0LTiming ChainInterference
1994 - 20051.8LTiming BeltNon-Interference
1990 - 19931.6LTiming BeltInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

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2023 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2023 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2022 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2022 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2021 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2021 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2020 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2020 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2019 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2019 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2018 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2018 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2017 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2017 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2016 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2016 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2015 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2015 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2014 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2014 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2013 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2013 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2012 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2012 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2011 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2011 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2010 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2010 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2009 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2009 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2008 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2008 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2007 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2007 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2006 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Mazda Miata engines have timing chains and are interference.

2006 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime

2005 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2005 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming BeltNon-Interference60k
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

2004 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2004 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming BeltNon-Interference60k
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

2003 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2003 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2003 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

2002 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2002 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2002 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

2001 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2001 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

2000 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2000 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

2000 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

1999 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1999 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

1999 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

1996 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1996 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

1996 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

1995 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1995 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

1995 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

1994 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1994 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference.

1994 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.8L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltNon-Interference60k

1993 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1993 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are interference.

1993 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.6L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltInterference60k

1992 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1992 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are interference.

1992 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.6L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltInterference60k

1991 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1991 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are interference.

1991 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.6L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltInterference60k

1990 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1990 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are interference.

1990 Mazda Miata Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
1.6L 4 Cyl.Timing BeltInterference60k
Mazda Miata Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
Mazda Miata Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

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Mazda Miata Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year

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